Question 1

Control in a global information system requires _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   the use of variable definitions across an organization
B)   decentralized architectures for data
C)   flexible formats for reports
D)   the use of defined behaviors for different processesE) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 2

What are the requirements for designing tax-risk management systems?

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

In an organization with a(n) _____, the parent company and all the subsidiaries work together in designing policies, procedures, and logistics for delivering products and services to the right market. ​

Accepted Answer

A)   transnational structure
B)   international structure
C)   global structure
D)   universal structureE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

The coordination dimension of a global information system (GIS)  requires _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   technologies that exclude informal communication
B)   a centralized architecture for data
C)   standardization within departments
D)   segregated systemsE) A) and C)
F) B) and C) C

Question 5

Local hardware and software vendors influence which applications a multinational company chooses.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 6

In the context of a global information system (GIS) , which of the following kinds of managerial support involves day-to-day activities?

Accepted Answer

A)   Operational support
B)   Strategic support
C)   Tactical support
D)   Dynamic supportE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 7

A global information system (GIS) remains unaffected irrespective of a company's size and business needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

In the context of a global information system (GIS) , _____ refers to the use of managerial power to ensure adherence to the organization's goals.

Accepted Answer

A)   standardization
B)   transparency
C)   control
D)   coordinationE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

How does a global information system (GIS) play an important role in supporting offshore outsourcing?

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary.A GIS plays an importa...

Question 10

_____ restricts what type of data can be captured and transmitted in foreign countries. ​

Accepted Answer

A)   Transborder data flow
B)   Transcontinental data flow
C)   International data flow
D)   Tariff data flowE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 11

Describe strategic planning support of a global information system (GIS).

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary.Strategic planning sup...

Question 12

In an organization with an international structure, information systems personnel are regularly exchanged among locations to encourage joint development of applications for marketing, finance, and production.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The expansion of global markets is a major factor in developing global information systems to handle _____ demands of integrated worldwide services.

Accepted Answer

A)   customers'
B)   sellers'
C)   suppliers'
D)   dealers'E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 14

After a global network is in place, a company must _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   decide which types of information-sharing technology it will be using
B)   consider its objectives to determine the network architecture
C)   determine the best communication media to meet global performance
D)   use standardized software and hardware across all countriesE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 15

In the context of a global information system (GIS) , _____ is the process of managing the interaction among activities in different, specialized parts of an organization.

Accepted Answer

A)   coordination
B)   socialization
C)   regionalization
D)   globalizationE) A) and B)
F) B) and C) A

Question 16

The Internet complicates communication and restricts opportunities for consumers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

_____ focuses on regionalizing resources more effectively and responding to rapid environmental changes, such as increased political and foreign exchange risks and global competition. ​

Accepted Answer

A)   Strategic planning support
B)   Management of global tax risks
C)   Global data access
D)   Consolidated global reportingE) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 18

One of the issues with a _____ is that subsidiaries rely on headquarters for all process and control decisions as well as system design and implementation.

Accepted Answer

A)   multinational structure
B)   global structure
C)   regional structure
D)   transnational structureE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

An organization with a(n)  _____, sometimes called a "franchiser," uses highly centralized information systems. ​

Accepted Answer

A)   global structure
B)   local structure
C)   domestic structure
D)   insular structureE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

With a global information system (GIS)  in place, an international company _____.

Accepted Answer

A)   can classify consolidated global reporting as a strategic requirement
B)   does not need a global database for its operations
C)   need not incorporate strategic planning as a core function
D)   can increase its control over its subsidiariesE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Exam 9: Global Information Systems

Control in a global information system requires _____.

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What are the requirements for designing tax-risk management systems?

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In an organization with a(n) _____, the parent company and all the subsidiaries work together in designing policies, procedures, and logistics for delivering products and services to the right market. ​

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The coordination dimension of a global information system (GIS) requires _____.

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Local hardware and software vendors influence which applications a multinational company chooses.

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In the context of a global information system (GIS) , which of the following kinds of managerial support involves day-to-day activities?

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A global information system (GIS) remains unaffected irrespective of a company's size and business needs.

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In the context of a global information system (GIS) , _____ refers to the use of managerial power to ensure adherence to the organization's goals.

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How does a global information system (GIS) play an important role in supporting offshore outsourcing?

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_____ restricts what type of data can be captured and transmitted in foreign countries. ​

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Describe strategic planning support of a global information system (GIS).

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In an organization with an international structure, information systems personnel are regularly exchanged among locations to encourage joint development of applications for marketing, finance, and production.

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The expansion of global markets is a major factor in developing global information systems to handle _____ demands of integrated worldwide services.

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After a global network is in place, a company must _____.

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In the context of a global information system (GIS) , _____ is the process of managing the interaction among activities in different, specialized parts of an organization.

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The Internet complicates communication and restricts opportunities for consumers.

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_____ focuses on regionalizing resources more effectively and responding to rapid environmental changes, such as increased political and foreign exchange risks and global competition. ​

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One of the issues with a _____ is that subsidiaries rely on headquarters for all process and control decisions as well as system design and implementation.

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An organization with a(n) _____, sometimes called a "franchiser," uses highly centralized information systems. ​

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